I agree, it is overwhelming when you're trying to do it the "right way" (though I imagine that differs from person to person). It wasn't until I was researching this topic that I realized I've been doing VA-type work for years, just never thought to call it that. Now, to make it official!

I almost forgot about the welcome message with all the links...I have to revisit that...I just really started reading different threads today....so much information to absorb & process!! Thank you guys for sharing!!

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I agree with you all. There is so much information. We must remember the resources right here at home. I totally forgot about the link as well. I wish all of you much success!

Originally Posted by Cbonn

I'm new also and still in school, hope to graduate in May. I was overwhelmed with all the information and trying to keep up in my classes. I printed out the getting started as a va info and set up a folder so I could work on things at my lesiure. I know I can't actually get started until I have my degree but this way I can hit the ground running when I do graduate. Also check with your local agencies to see if there is any licenses that are required.

I'm also in school, but parttime in the evenings. Not to mention that I work fulltime in a law firm. Ideally, I'd like to start setting up the VA business and hopefully launch within the next two months and start slowly working as a VA in the evenings & weekends since I'm only in class on Wed this semester, but starting next semester I'm planning on taking about 3 classes I'm the hopes that I will graduate in about 2 years and hopefully by then I will have gained enough experience to maybe work as a VA parttime and work another job parttime until I'm ready to be a VA fulltime.

I say in the meantime definitely set up your site and figure what you plan on offering so when you graduate you'll be ready to start.

Hello , I'm also new and I'm working with the free workbook that is located here on the forum. It keeps you organized and focused, so far I have my niche and what type of clients I would like to work with.
I'm working on the business plan.
@WhitelaO , I was with Odesk and I didn't find it useful , they price very, very low.

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Magdaline Makris

Why am I not fininding the Forums for resources.. I have recieved the PM message when we first sign in? It it becasue I only have so many points?

If you look on the top of the forum( the tool bar) it writes: forum features, Virtual Assistance Business Guides and many other resources , I am new to and I have found the forum very helpful and everyone is willing to help.

I hope I have helped you.

Good Luck !!

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Magdaline Makris

I don't see the free workbook in my PM. I just joined this week. Is it gone now?

I agree with you. Im trying to ween out the scams and not purchase a lot of products and services if i dont have to. Im stuck at this point just researching my options.

I will be downloading the workbook, as I'm feeling overwhelmed at times. Can't wait to get into it!

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